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01/10/2019 - Intermediate 2 Obedience Group Class<div style="text-align:center"><strong><u>Intermediate Obedience 2</u></strong><br />
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Week 1: Focused heel while turns and stops. Off leash recall, coming front and into heel. Solid stand stay for exam. Work on long distance behaviors.<br />
Week 2: Holding and carrying dumbbell, dumbbell retrieve on flat, and over high jump. Introduce staggered stand stay.<br />
Week 3: Introduce the send out and directional casting over jumps.<br />
Week 4: Work on staggered stay while asking the dog to sit and down.&nbsp;<br />
Week 5: Introduce sent discrimination.<br />
Week 6: Review all lessons we have learned.&nbsp;http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/intermediate-obedience-group-classes-6220
01/10/2019 - Intermediate 1 Obedience Group Classes<div style="text-align:center"><strong><u>Intermediate Obedience 1</u></strong><br />
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Week 1: Review learned behaviors from beginner&rsquo;s obedience (Sit, Down, Heel, stay, and Come). Work on stay walk around dog. Introduce Judges Exam. Work on front and heel positions.<br />
Week 2: Introduce the pattern for beginner novice and novice obedience. Work on stay walk around dog and recall on long line.<br />
Week 3: Introduce the jumps for open obedience, group sit-stay and down-stay at the end of a 6 foot leash. Continue to work on the previously learned behaviors.<br />
Week 4: Introduce the dumbbell retrieve, continue to work on the previously learned behaviors.<br />
Week 5: Introduce off leash recall and off leash sit-stay walk around dog, continue to work on previously learned behaviors.&nbsp;<br />
Week 6: Introduce off leash novice obedience pattern, work on long distance behaviors, and work on all previously learned behaviors.<br />
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http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/akc-canine-good-citizen-class-04-25-2018-6222
01/09/2019 - AKC Canine Good Citizen Class & Therapy Dog International<div style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:10px"><strong><span style="font-family:times new roman">Alden&rsquo;s Kennels Presents Canine Good Citizen Classes</span></strong></span></div>
<span style="font-size:10px">&nbsp;Alden&rsquo;s Kennels will be offering the American Kennel Clubs Canine Good Citizen classes.&nbsp; Alden will teach this Program that is designed to reward dogs that have good manners at home and in the community.&nbsp; The Canine Good Citizen Program stresses responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for their dogs. Alden&rsquo;s Kennels is a World Class Boarding and Training Facility located in Ringwood, IL and for registration for this and any additional classes, please contact us at <a href="http://www.AldensKennels.com">www.AldensKennels.com</a>.&nbsp; For additional information, you may also call&nbsp;<strong>815-728-0559.&nbsp;</strong>www.Facebook.com/AldensKennels<br />
<span style="color:#3D2D56">The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs.&nbsp; A class is going to be offered at Alden&rsquo;s Kennels along with Therapy Dogs International, because they build on each other to create that stable dog in public, and so you will be ready to test to title your pet.</span></span>http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/akc-novice-rally-class-6221
01/09/2019 - AKC Novice Rally Class and Trick Class<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>AKC RALLY LEVEL CLASSES OFFERED</strong></div>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>Novice &ndash; this is the first level for those just getting started in competition.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>All exercises are performed with the dog on leash.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>There is a requirement of 10-15 stations to complete with no more than five stationary exercises.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>The exercises performed vary from turning 360 degrees to changing paces during the course.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>Exhibitors at this level may clap their hands and pat their legs through the course.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>Advanced &ndash; this is the second level, which includes more difficult exercises throughout the course.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>There is a requirement of 12-17 stations with no more than seven stationary exercises.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>Exercises include a jump as well as calling your dog to the front of you instead of to a heel position.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>Excellent &ndash; this third and highest level of AKC Rally is the most challenging.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>Exercises are performed off-leash except for the honor exercise.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>There is a requirement of 15-20 stations, with no more than 7 stationary exercises.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:small"><strong>The Excellent-level exercises include backing up three steps, while the dog stays in the heel position and a moving stand, while the handler walks around the dog.</strong></span><br />
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<p>All dogs can get a number including purebreds and mixed breeds.</p>
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<h3 style="text-align:center"><strong>AKC TRICK DOG TITLES:&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></h3>
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<p>The dog performs 10 skills from the Novice list. (see link to &ldquo;Application&rdquo; below for lists of skills). If a dog has a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certificate or title on record at AKC, it can do 5 Novice tricks (CGC + 5) to earn the Novice title.</p>
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<li><strong>Intermediate Trick Dog (TKI)</strong></li>
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<p>The dog must have the Novice title, plus perform 10 Intermediate tricks.</p>
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<li><strong>Advanced Trick Dog (TKA)</strong></li>
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<p>The dog must have the Intermediate title, plus perform 10 tricks from the Advanced list.</p>
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<li><strong>Trick Dog Performer (TKP)</strong></li>
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<p>I?n this title, handlers perform a short routine with at least 10 tricks previously learned.</p>
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<li><strong>Trick Dog Elite Performer (TKE)</strong></li>
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<p>Testing of this truly elite trick dog level requires the dog to perform 10 tricks with at least 5 props and there must be a story.</p>
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http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/beginner-obedience-group-classes-6219
01/07/2019 - Beginner Obedience Group Classes<div style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:11px"><strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">For the dog just getting started in obedience, exercises include:</span></span></strong></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size:11px"><strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">Heel &nbsp;&ndash; sit, stay about turn, u-turn, walk on loose lead, hand signals used.</span></span></strong></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11px"><strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">Heel Free &ndash;</span></span></strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">&nbsp;sit, stay down, stay, stand, come. circle left circle right hand signals and verbal&nbsp;commands.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11px"><strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">Stand for Examination &ndash;</span></span></strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">&nbsp;sit stay at a distance, down stay at a distance, come when called hand signals used.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11px"><strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">Recall &ndash;</span></span></strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman"> provides the handler with the ability to call the dog and get an immediate response at all times, hand signals.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11px"><strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">Long Sit (1 minute) &ndash;</span></span></strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman"> allows the handler to have control of the dog when visitors come to the home, review all lessons.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11px"><strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman">Long Down</span></span></strong><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:times new roman"> <strong>(3 minutes) &ndash; </strong>dog must remain in a down position., review all lessons.</span></span></span></li>
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http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/akc-star-puppy-program-classes-09-30-2015-3303
01/07/2019 - AKC STAR Puppy Program Classes<div style="text-align:center"><strong><span style="color:rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family:helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px">Alden&rsquo;s Kennels Presents AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program</span></strong></div>
<div style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:14px">The six week curriculum will cover theses points:</span></div>
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<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Week 1:</span><br />
<span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Crate training</span><br />
<span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Settle</span><br />
<span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">controlled walking</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Week 2:<br />
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Sit</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Bite inhibition</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Leave it</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Week 3:</span><br />
&bull;&nbsp;<span style="font-family:tahoma">Down</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10px">&bull;&nbsp;<span style="font-family:tahoma">Dominance</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Spay &amp; Neuter</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Week 4:</span><br />
<span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Coming when called</span><span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Fears</span><br />
<span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Off</span><br />
<span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Quiet</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Week 5:</span><br />
<span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">Grooming</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:symbolmt">&bull;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:tahoma">First Aid</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Week 6:</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Obedience Demo</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:10px"><span style="font-family:tahoma">Graduation Games</span></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:10px"><span style="color:rgb(34, 34, 35); font-family:lato,arial,sans-serif">You&rsquo;ll attend any puppy or basic training class at least 6 weeks. Your instructor will administer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test at the end of the course. Upon passing the test, you&rsquo;ll get an application to send to AKC&reg; for enrollment in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. All dogs are welcome to participate in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program including purebreds and mixed breeds.</span></span>http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/winter-solstice-ceremony-kathleen-rude-6629
12/21/2018 - Winter Solstice Ceremony – Kathleen RudeWinter solstice marks the darkest day of the year. The evening begins with an outside fire ceremony to release and transform any beliefs, emotions, or constraints that are holding you back from your inner light.&nbsp;&nbsp;An indoor blessing ceremony will follow.<br />
Visit&nbsp;<u><span style="color:blue"><a href="http://www.infinityfoundation.org/" style="color:purple;">www.infinityfoundation.org</a></span></u><span style="color:blue">&nbsp;f</span>or more information and registration.http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/a-magical-musical-holiday-show-6626
12/16/2018 - A Magical Musical Holiday ShowHoliday favorites will be performed by MYAC&#39;s Symphony Orchestra and VocalPoint ensemble along with a North Pole sing-along interwoven with a fun story that explores Christmas, Hanukkah, and family. Special visit from Santa Claus! Two 1 hour performances beginning at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/fast-and-effective-holiday-stress-busters-neal-harris-6630
12/10/2018 - Fast and Effective Holiday Stress Busters – Neal HarrisDiscover simple, fast, and very effective mindfulness, relaxation, and meditation techniques for rejuvenating and relaxing your mind, body and spirit.&nbsp;&nbsp;Techniques chosen will positively affect your mind and behavior during the holiday season.&nbsp;Register at&nbsp;<u><span style="color:blue"><a href="http://www.infinityfoundation.org/" style="color:purple;">www.infinityfoundation.org</a></span></u>.http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/what-the-world-needs-now-is-love-6627
12/09/2018 - What The World Needs Now Is Love Midwest Young Artists Conservatory Maestros and Voices Rising singers perform alongside the MYAC&#39;s Concert Orchestra and Jazz Workshop students in a program of inspirational songs promoting peace and joy this holiday season.http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/holiday-celebration-107th-annual-meeting-at-summer-classics-home-6620
12/06/2018 - Holiday Celebration & 107th Annual Meeting at Summer Classics Home <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Swing in for one snazzy evening of delicious bites, drinks, jazz, great prizes, and holiday merriment at the Chamber&#39;s premier event of the year! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Meet your 2019&nbsp;Board of Directors and </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">congratulate members recognized for business excellence.</span></span><br />
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<em><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Fabulous food and beverages from our member </span></span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">restaurants &amp; food providers:</span></span></em><br />
<span style="font-size:16px;">Backyard Grill, Bluegrass,<br />
La Casa de Isaac &amp; Moishe, Michael&#39;s/Events by Michael&#39;s,<br />
Sunset Foods, Sushi Kushi Too, Sweet Home Gelato, Viaggio<br />
...and more to come!</span><br />
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<em><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Entertainment by</span></span></em><br />
<span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Jazz Spectrum</span></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Increase your visibility at this fabulous event by being a Sponsor! Click <a href="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/70/File/SponsorshipOpportunitiesFinal1.pdf"><strong>Sponsorship Opportunities</strong></a>.&nbsp;</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><em>You can help us make the holidays sweet for our neighbors in need - </em></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Please bring an&nbsp;item&nbsp;from the holiday baking ingredients wish list for the Moraine Township Food Pantry:<strong> Flour, Granulated Sugar, Powdered Sugar, Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, and Cooking Oil</strong> are all items they rarely have to offer to their clients, and would be so appreciated.</span></span></p>
http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/expansive-extended-gong-bath-richard-rudis-6628
12/05/2018 - Expansive Extended Gong Bath – Richard RudisExperience a dynamic 90-minute gong bath with sacred sound overtones and harmonics that touch the realms where emotional balance, cellular healing, and spiritual awareness expand. Following the gong bath will be time for discussion. Visit&nbsp;<u><span style="color:blue"><a href="http://www.infinityfoundation.org/" style="color:purple;">www.infinityfoundation.org</a>&nbsp;f</span></u>or more information and registration.http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/linkedin-101-6444
12/05/2018 - LinkedIn 101LinkedIn is the social media place for professionals and for business and has all of the appealing flavors of a social media marketing tool, but none of the meaningless chatter that often floods other social media sites. Learn best practices for a successful LinkedIn profile and discover how your small business can use this platform to gain visibility, develop relationships and drive sales. Get a general overview and introduction to some of the key features available through LinkedIn. Discover strategies for quality content that drives engagement and integrate LinkedIn into your marketing mix.http://business.chamberhp.com/events/details/market-to-the-feds-and-leverage-their-data-6443
11/20/2018 - Market to the Feds (And Leverage Their Data) The Federal Acquisition Regulation, (FAR) requires federal agencies to perform in specific ways in order to follow the rules they must abide by, in order to ensure purchasing procedures are standard, consistent and conducted in a fair and impartial manner. Learn how to use the government&rsquo;s own data to help you make offers to the government that are closer to their expectations and preferences. Understand what rules federal contracting officers must follow and use their data to tailor your bids, demonstrating that your company truly understands their needs and will better provide the goods and services they need to purchase.